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#279 of 378 private schools in MD

Torah School of Greater Washington

Elementary School

2010 LINDEN LN, Silver Spring, MD 20910

Last updated: July 2026

Private

Enrollment

338

Student-Teacher

11.7:1

Score

5.6

Grades

Kindergarten – 6th

Enrollment

338

Student-Teacher

11.7:1

Score

5.6

Grades

Kindergarten – 6th

Data vintage
2021-22

Data vintage2021-22

How this school compares

Maryland private schools

#279 of 378

In Silver Spring

#14 of 16

public schools

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About Torah School of Greater Washington

Torah School of Greater Washington is a private elementary school in Silver Spring, MD. Torah School of Greater Washington serves approximately 338 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-6th, and has a 11.7:1 student-teacher ratio. Torah School of Greater Washington has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.6 out of 10 and ranks #279 of 378 private schools in MD.

How it compares0.7 pts below MD schools

5.6

This school 5.6 · Average
MD avg 6.3

What Parents Should Know

Torah School of Greater Washington is private, so it runs independently of the local district and sets its own curriculum. That freedom cuts both ways depending on what you want for your child. If you're considering it, start with the practical questions: tuition, financial aid, and how admissions work.

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How Torah School of Greater Washington compares to 47 public schools serving similar grades in Silver Spring, MD

Student-Teacher Ratio

11.7:1

This School

12.7:1

Public Avg

Avg School Size

338

This School

630

Public Avg

Avg School Scout Rating

5.6

This School

6.8

Public Avg

Student Demographics

White 100% vs 0%

Torah School of Greater Washington Silver Spring Public Avg

Nearby Elementary Schools

School	Distance	Enrollment	STR	Rating
Torah School of Greater Washington (this school)	—	338	11.7:1	5.6
Rosemary Hills Elementary	0.5 mi	533	12.7:1	7.6
Flora M. Singer Elementary	0.9 mi	618	11.7:1	8.6
Sligo Middle	1.4 mi	702	14.3:1	7.4
Oakland Terrace Elementary	1.6 mi	501	11.4:1	8.4
Sligo Creek Elementary	1.6 mi	667	16.3:1	8.3
Silver Spring International Middle	1.7 mi	1,062	15.2:1	6.4
Glen Haven Elementary	1.8 mi	564	12.5:1	6.3
Highland View Elementary	1.9 mi	380	12.7:1	8.3
East Silver Spring Elementary	1.9 mi	525	14.2:1	8.2
Forest Knolls Elementary	2.2 mi	492	12.3:1	8.7
Oak View Elementary	2.3 mi	409	13.2:1	7.7
Pine Crest Elementary	2.3 mi	471	14.7:1	8.3
Takoma Park Middle	2.3 mi	1,124	15.8:1	8.8
Eastern Middle	2.3 mi	910	14:1	8.5
Arcola Elementary	2.6 mi	724	12.5:1	4.8
Montgomery Knolls Elementary	2.7 mi	506	11:1	7.7
Kemp Mill Elementary	2.9 mi	412	10.6:1	5.4
New Hampshire Estates Elem	2.9 mi	455	10.3:1	7.7
Odessa Shannon Middle	2.9 mi	771	13.1:1	5.3
Roscoe R Nix Elementary	3.1 mi	480	11.2:1	6.0

Showing 20 of 47 schools. View all schools in Silver Spring

Demographics sourced from NCES Private School Survey (PSS) and Common Core of Data (CCD). Comparisons are based on enrollment-weighted averages.

Score Breakdown

Preliminary

What This Rating Measures

This rating reflects classroom size, instructional time, student diversity, community resources, and school characteristics. Private schools are ranked against other private schools in MD.

Classroom Attention

B- 4.8 / 10

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Student-Teacher Ratio 11.7:1

Instructional Commitment

A+ 9.6 / 10

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School Day Length 8.5 hours

Annual Instructional Hours 1,462

Diversity & Inclusion

C- 1.8 / 10

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Diversity Index 0%

Community Context

Data Unavailable

School Profile

A- 8.2 / 10

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Enrollment 338

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Score basis: Private school model

Data coverage: 80% of scoring components had data

Components scored: 4 of 5

Ranking pool: Private schools in MD

Test Scores

Test score data not yet available for this school.

Student Demographics NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)

White 100.0%

Source: NCES Private School Survey (PSS)

Location

2010 LINDEN LN, Silver Spring, MD 20910

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Torah School of Greater Washington may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Rock Creek Forest Elementary (rated 9.1/10, 1.2 miles away, in nearby Chevy Chase), which scores notably higher. Another option is Shepherd ES (rated 8.7/10, 1.8 miles away, in nearby Washington), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Flora M. Singer Elementary (rated 8.6/10, 0.9 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Silver Spring, see our Silver Spring schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 1.6 mi

School	Distance	Enrollment	Rating
YESHIVA OF GREATER WASHINGTON GIRLS DIVISION Silver Spring	0.0 mi	154	7.0
Rosemary Hills Elementary Silver Spring	0.5 mi	533	7.6
THE AUBURN SCHOOL SILVER SPRING CAMPUS Silver Spring	0.4 mi	56	6.8
Flora M. Singer Elementary Silver Spring	0.9 mi	618	8.6
ST JOHN THE EVANGELIST SCHOOL Silver Spring	1.0 mi	157	7.7
GODDARD SCHOOL IN SILVER SPRING THE Silver Spring	1.0 mi	24	—
THE SIENA SCHOOL Silver Spring	0.9 mi	149	8.4
Rock Creek Forest Elementary Chevy Chase	1.2 mi	669	9.1
Sligo Middle Silver Spring	1.4 mi	702	7.4
ALVIN BROWDY RELIGIOUS SCHOOL AT OHR KODESH Chevy Chase	1.3 mi	104	5.4
EVERGREEN MONTESSORI SCHOOL Silver Spring	1.5 mi	37	6.9
ACORN HILL WALDORF KINDERGARTEN & NURSERY Silver Spring	1.2 mi	10	—
Oakland Terrace Elementary Silver Spring	1.6 mi	501	8.4
LOWELL SCHOOL Washington	1.7 mi	279	8.3
ASHREINU SCHOOL FOR GIRLS INC. Washington	1.8 mi	21	—
Stephen Knolls School Kensington	1.8 mi	54	2.9
Shepherd ES Washington	1.8 mi	363	8.7
Glen Haven Elementary Silver Spring	1.8 mi	564	6.3
THE NORA SCHOOL Silver Spring	1.6 mi	65	6.2
THE SPRINGWELL SCHOOL Silver Spring	1.6 mi	25	—

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 20910 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$107,994

Median Home Value

$690,900

Median Rent

$1,992/mo

Population

45,096

College Educated

74.1%

Homeownership

34.6%

Avg Commute

32.6 min

Poverty Rate

6.8%

Median Age

35.2

Similar Schools

Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings

School	Enrollment	Rating
Cresthaven Elementary Silver Spring, MD	454	5.6
George T. Cromwell Elementary Glen Burnie, MD	363	5.6
James H. Harrison Elementary Laurel, MD	301	5.6
MOUNT AVIAT ACADEMY Childs, MD	215	5.6
Ridgely Elementary School Ridgely, MD	427	5.6
ST JEROME ACADEMY Hyattsville, MD	340	5.6

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Torah School of Greater Washington

What grades does Torah School of Greater Washington serve?

Torah School of Greater Washington serves students in grades Kindergarten through 6th.

How many students attend Torah School of Greater Washington?

Torah School of Greater Washington has an enrollment of approximately 338 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Torah School of Greater Washington?

The student-teacher ratio at Torah School of Greater Washington is 11.7:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.

How does Torah School of Greater Washington rank in MD?

Torah School of Greater Washington ranks #279 of 378 private schools in MD.

What is Torah School of Greater Washington's MySchoolScout rating?

Torah School of Greater Washington has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.6 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.

Is Torah School of Greater Washington a private school?

Yes, Torah School of Greater Washington is a private coeducational school with a Jewish affiliation. Private schools are not required to participate in state standardized testing, so academic performance data may be limited compared to public schools.

Is Torah School of Greater Washington a religious school?

Torah School of Greater Washington has a Jewish religious affiliation.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score: 89 Very Walkable
Transit Score: 59 Good Transit
Bike Score: 58 Bikeable

Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)

Grades: Kindergarten – 6th
Enrollment: 338
Gender Split: 49% M / 51% F
Student-Teacher Ratio: 11.7:1
Teachers (FTE): 29
Type: private
Coed Status: coed
Affiliation: Jewish
School Day: 8.5 hours
Days Per Year: 172 days
Setting: Large Suburb
County: Montgomery County
Phone: (301) 962-8003

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